True or False
It is only ok to have another resident in your room if all roommates agree.
False. It is never ok for a resident to be in a room they are not assigned to.
What is Seeking Safety all about?
Seeking Safety is a group designed to teach coping skills to manage PTSD and trauma.
Explain how to get something from property/ lock up?
Lock up request form that goes to guest services. Keep in mind, items in lock up are intended to stay there for the duration of your stay at the Willows, keep lock up requests to a bare minimum.
How can I get an NA, or AA book to borrow while at the Willows.
Ask your counselor or ask Helen.
Name times that it is ok to close your bedroom door.
Trick question, it is never ok to close the bedroom doors.
You can have up to 10 nicotine tablets at a time.
False. You can have up to three at a time.
What is Primary Group?
Primary is a small group where all participants of a caseload meet. Primary meets twice weekly.
Explain how to get personal items dropped off.
Items can be dropped off at admissions Mon-Fri 8am-4pm or upstairs at the detox entrance at other times. Items should be clearly labeled. They will be searched and then given to you.
I don't know how I feel about AA and NA, are there other support groups? How can I get materials about those groups? Name 10 support groups.
Ask your counselor or Helen about materials.
Groups: Alanon, Alateen, Dharma Recovery, Refuge Recovery, Smart Recovery, Celebrate Recovery, Pagans In Recovery, SAA, HA, CA, GA, CoDA, MA,
What is an 820?
An 820 is the next level of care after inpatient. An 820 is typically 3-6 months and it is an inpatient style program although the aims are more towards reconnecting participants with outside supports and resources. Examples of an 820 are CARS, FLACRA, Elements, and Insights.
You can use the gym twice daily.
True. The gym is open at 7am and 6pm.
What happens in Men's Work?
Trick question, what happens in Men's Work stays in Men's Work.
There are three groups happening at the same time, how do you know which group to attend?
Choose the group that best fits your recovery goals. The only exception is Primary, in which you must attend your Primary group.
When are the outside NA and AA meetings?
AA- Wednesday 7-8 and Thursday 7:30 -8:30
NA Sunday 7-8 and Friday 6-7
What is our Service Directors name?
Julia
Meals are mandatory.
True. You can only be excused from attending a meal by a medical provider.
What is CBT?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. In this group we learn to change our thinking first so that we can change our feelings and actions.
How do I file a grievance?
Grievance forms are at the CA desk, or your counselor can provide one. Grievances will be delivered to your counselor's mailbox, if you do not want your counselor to see the grievance, fold it in half and label it with another staff member's name.
What can I do during Reflection time?
Read recovery related materials, journal, meditate, complete homework assignments, write letters, set goals, work on art. Reflection is the only designated quiet time in the day, be with your thoughts.
Explain razor sign out and hair trimmers.
Razors are signed out for one hour and then returned to the CA desk. Electric hair trimmers are for the face only and must be approved by medical.
If no one is signed up for a phone slot you can sign up for an additional call.
False. The rule is 1 ten-minute phone call on the unit daily.
What is Refuge Recovery?
Buddhist self-help group consisting of meditation, mindfulness and sharing recovery with another addict.
What is the Patient Led Meeting? When, where, who can attend, and how do I get supplies?
Patients can lead a meeting every evening at 7pm in the lounges. These meetings are men with the men, women with the women. Staff can provide NA or AA materials.
How does following basic rules apply to your recovery?
Following rules:
Challenges addictive mindset.
Doing the right thing when no one is watching is integrity.
Delaying gratification is a cental tenet of recovery.
Accepting responsibility and frustration are recovery in action.
If a person LAMA's how long do they have to wait before they can be readmitted?
There is no set time frame, however there is a wait list and bed availability varies.